WGME – Portland conservationists ask for public's help removing invasive species

PORTLAND-- In many parks and wildlife areas across the state, environmental experts say a new invasive species is starting to take over.

"It's called swallowwort," volunteer coordinator for the Portland Parks Conservancy Kate Shambaugh said. "It has really shiny dark green leaves, twisting vines, and produces little pods that look like pea pods."